Volkswagen has started taking UK orders for the new ID. Polo. Prices start at £23,945, while launch editions are available from £25,555 ahead of regular sales beginning in September. Read more…
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Zoox receives approval for paid robotaxi services
Amazon subsidiary Zoox is now permitted to offer commercial rides in the US with its specially developed robotaxis, which have no steering wheel or pedals. Read more…
PaNaBat: German-Chilean research project targets sustainable battery materials
The newly launched German-Chilean research project PaNaBat aims to strengthen cooperation in research and education, technology transfer and industrial collaboration for sustainable battery materials, lithium extraction and battery recycling. Read more…
Canada supports EV charging and knowledge sharing
The Canadian federal government is investing C$10.9 million (approximately €6.75 million) in 22 projects to expand charging infrastructure and… Read more…
Musk denies report of Tesla China spin-off
Reports suggest Tesla is preparing a spin-off or sale of its high-margin China business as it responds to rising geopolitical tensions and explores a potential merger with SpaceX. Read more…
Revoy raises $27 million for plug-in electric truck dolly
US startup Revoy has secured $27 million to scale production of its detachable electric truck dolly. The system adds an electric drivetrain to existing diesel trucks without replacing the vehicle. Read more…
Hyundai Ioniq 3 launches in the Netherlands from €27,995
Hyundai has published its first price list for the Ioniq 3. In the Netherlands, the model will start at 27,995 euros and comes with a 42-kWh battery in the base variant, offering a range of 344 km. Read more…
Dutch charging stations to open parking bays to internal combustion vehicles
Starting August 1, diesel and gasoline vehicles will be allowed to park at charging spots in 19 Dutch municipalities without risking a fine. Vattenfall InCharge is setting up 150 charging stations without reserved parking spaces… Read more…
Alpine A390 GT review: electric crossover stays true to Alpine DNA
Alpine once stood for lightweight, agile sports cars with French character and deep motorsport roots. Its first all-wheel-drive model is electric, delivers 294 kW from three motors and weighs more than two tonnes. Read more…
